George Washington to Jonathan Trumbull, 14 July 1778

George Washington to Jonathan Trumbull

[Paramus, New Jersey, July 14, 1778.] Reports arrival of French fleet. Suggests that eastern states gather available vessels and attempt to intercept an enemy fleet which is expected to arrive momentarily.

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